Under fair housing regulation, an agent cannot discriminate based on which characteristic?

• A. Eye color
• B. Weather preference
• C. National Origin
• D. Favorite cooking style

Answer: (C)

Under fair housing rules, housing decisions must be made without discrimination based on protected characteristics. National origin is one of those protected classes, meaning an agent cannot treat someone differently in renting, selling, or terms of housing because of where they or their ancestors come from. Eye color, weather preference, and favorite cooking style are not protected characteristics under these laws, so they aren’t grounds for illegal discrimination in housing. The key idea is that people must have equal access regardless of national origin, ensuring fair treatment in housing opportunities.